Study, Pray, Serve: The Epiphany of the Lord

Let’s explore some of the themes in the readings for the Epiphany of the Lord.

1st Reading – Isaiah 60:1-6

• Jerusalem rises up in the shining light of the Lord’s glory.
• By this light people will come together, praising the Lord.

Psalm – 72:1-2,7-8,10-13

• “Lord, every nation on earth will adore you.”
• God endows the king with justice and right judgment to care for the people.

2nd Reading – Ephesians 3:2-3a,5-6

• The Holy Spirit has revealed to the apostles and prophets that the Gentiles are coheirs of God’s grace.
• As members of the same body, they are copartners in the promise of Christ.

Gospel – Matthew 2:1-12

• The Magi, guided by a star, come to Jerusalem seeking the king of the Jews.
• They go to Bethlehem, where they encounter Jesus and present him with gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

Mass Readings – The Epiphany of the Lord

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